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Today we traveled to Oklahoma to catch a fish that’s been on my bucket list for a long time! We didn’t just successfully land one, but a countless amount of HUGE ones!

Meet Oklahoma’s native Paddlefish/ Spoonbill!
Paddlefish are filter feeders and date back to over 100 million years! Making them truly a living dinosaur!

I easily caught and landed all of my fish on the KastKing Kapstan Elite paired with a Kong rod with 50 pound Hammer braid!

Hunter Ward hit the Trinity River with bigrichfish_148 in search of some hungry catfish—but ended up landing a new PB Alligator Gar!

Fishing with the KastKing Kapstan Elite paired with a KastKing Kong Rod.

Definitely a catch worth remembering! 🔥

Follow to see what we catch next!!

Al Noraker breaks down when punching is the right move for reaching bass hiding in thick, heavy cover.

👉 Watch the full video on the KastKing YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YDlL1rP7FdU

🔥 Then let us know in the YouTube comments: What's your go-to technique for fishing heavy cover?

🎁 Comment on the YouTube video for a chance to win a FREE KastKing Bait Kapsule Lure Cover!

Do you spend a lot of money on rods and reels over the course of the year? I do, and quite frankly, if my wife knew the actual total, I would be in big trouble. I imagine a lot of anglers would be in the same boat.

BFS, or Bait Finesse System fishing, is a specialized approach designed for anglers who want precision, control, and finesse when presenting lures. It's particularly effective in targeting pressured or cautious fish in clear waters, but its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of species. Many modern BFS setups are compatible with light lines ranging from 4- to 8-lbs, allowing for subtle presentations that traditional gear often can't achieve.

BFS gear initially gained national recognition within the bass fishing fraternity as tournament anglers sought to find presentations to address heavily pressured fish with specific lures to generate more bites.

Nowadays the fishing community has adopted BFS as a standard method of angling for multiple species, panfish, bass, walleye, pickerel, northern pike, trout and salmon are all susceptible to finesse presentations.

The Kestrel SE Baitcasting Reel combines a feather-light design with rock-solid rigidity. Perfect for finesse applications and pulling in some nice bass!

Nothing speaks louder than feedback from captains who put their gear through real-world use.

From Bama Bandit Sportfishing – Capt. Shawn Slattery:

"Kapstan, Rekon, or Sharky—they're all solid reels. Running 20 trips a week with everyone from first-time anglers to seasoned pros, these reels have never let me down. Thank you, KastKing, for making solid, affordable products!"

Running up to 20 charter trips every week means equipment gets tested under constant, real fishing conditions. It's great to hear that our reels continue to earn the trust of both guides and anglers.

Light lures?
Challenge?
Bites you couldn't get before?

Share with us in the comments!

Some fishing debates never end…
Where do you stand on this?

The Kestrel SE Baitcasting Reel combines a feather-light design 🪶with rock-solid rigidity. 🪨

From exciting new product debuts to familiar faces and unforgettable moments, thank you to everyone who stopped by the KastKing booth and made this year's show one to remember.
Here's a recap of an unforgettable week. Until next time!

Before it ever reaches an angler’s hands, the Kestrel Ultimate Spinning Reel is put through rigorous testing—including 95 hours of continuous gear durability testing and 10+ rounds of drop testing.
Every test is designed to ensure lasting smoothness, dependable performance, and the reliability you need through countless casts and hard-fought battles.
Fish with confidence, cast after cast.

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Two bait finesse reels. Two incredible finesse platforms.

We've laid the specs side by side so you can see exactly what sets them apart.

Which reel would you fish with?

Explore the all-new Kestrel Ultimate:https://kast.vip/ksvFJ

The Kestrel Ultimate Spinning Reel was engineered from the inside out — combining lightweight construction, precision components, and advanced systems designed for anglers who demand more from every cast.
Explore the technology behind Kestrel Ultimate with this 2-step breakdown.

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See it in action on the all-new Kestrel Ultimate and discover how this innovative design enhances your fishing experience.

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Check out this quick 2-step breakdown, then tell us which feature impresses you most.
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Our most advanced BFS reel ever—engineered for anglers who demand exceptional precision, effortless control, and true finesse performance.
It's made for casting beyond finesse.🎣

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Featherlight startup. Clean control. Quiet presentations. Strength to stay composed after the strike.

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Get your new Kestrel Ultimate:
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Built with a full-magnesium body, Kestrel Ultimate delivers the weightless feel finesse anglers demand with the rigidity and strength needed when the fight begins. On the baitcaster, KastKing’s unique Rotating Axis Eye Line Guide helps the line glide with minimal restriction, bringing smoother line flow and cleaner control to every light-bait cast.

From ultra-light magnesium construction and titanium components to finesse-focused spool technology, refined braking, and precision line management, every detail is designed to make lightness feel stronger, smoother, and more precise.